Tensions with her father dissolved after she told him of the sexual assaults, and she established a relationship with her mother and half brother. All rights reserved. Though she had many scholarship offers she ultimately chose The University of Texas at Austin for a full basketball scholarship. Kelvin Mcgee. JaVale McGee followed in the footsteps of his mother, Pamela, by becoming an Olympic athlete. The latest squabble arose when JaVale, who already owned a Mercedes, wanted to purchase an SUV. Stafford dropped that argument after the comments caused an outcry from those concerned with the rights of a single parent. Together they chose USC, and made history. Even in third grade, when they were so awful at basketball their coach would offer them to opposing teams who didnt have enough players, saying, Here, take the twins, and the girls were so tall the duped coach would do so. Her son, currently a center for the Denver Nuggets, has won three NBA championships during his 13-year career. 11 recruit in 2012. Recently, JaVale is the starting Center with the NBA Los Angeles, Lakers and Imani plays for the WNBA Dallas Wings. That same year she graduated as student-athlete in 4 years with a BA in Economics and Social Science with an emphasis on Finance. Imani attended Windward High, a private high school in Los Angeles before leaving California for college. Pamela Denise McGee (born December 1, 1962) is an American retired professional women's basketball player, 2012 Basketball Hall of Famer, and mother of two professional basketball players. She credits UT for not only saving her life but helping her find what she believes to be her purpose. This summer, Alayna says, Imani asked her why she didnt take her moms side during the trials. Imani was born Imani TriShawn Stafford on October 11, 1994 in Los Angeles, CA. His first civics lesson? Full Site Menu. McGee-Staffords father put his foot down and kicked her out of the house, forcing her to live with various family members. Alayna keeps in close touch with Imani. Then, in October, she accepted the position of assistant coach for the Detroit Shock of the WNBA, and moved back to Michigan. Return to Top; The team won all five games to earn the gold medal for the event. The team won all five games to earn the gold medal for the event. She played in the league for two seasons with the Sacramento Monarchs and Los Angeles Sparks. FLINT, MI -- Former WNBA player Pamela McGee and her daughter Imani Boyette have not always seen eye-to-eye over the years, but that did not matter Thursday, April 14. Her cousin, Annette Smith-Knight, played basketball at Texas and was a member of the 1986 NCAA Championship team. McGee averaged 6.5 points per game. She is from American. This was the beginning of our down time. At Northern Highschool she was both an Academic All American and won two back to back state championships in Women's Basketball and Women's Track. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. [4], McGee played for the USA National team in the 1983 World Championships, held in Sao Paulo, Brazil. McGee averaged 6.5 points per game. The USA team earned the silver medal. Imani McGee-Stafford, JaVale McGee, Imani. McGee was a late addition to the Olympic team, replacing Kevin Love. This game was also close, and was tied at 82 points each with six seconds to go in the game. In the beginning, I talked with Pam about it, but later, she thought I wasnt supporting her. E.E. JaVale was the 18th pick in the 2008 NBA draft and Imani was the 10th pick in the 2016 draft, making her the first WNBA mom to have a son and daughter playing American Careeral Basketball. Pamela McGee was the second overall pick in the 1997 WNBA draft. The Macomb Daily appeals by leave granted from an amended gag order . This holiday season the Tulsa World is partnering with The University of Tulsa who are sponsoring Please read the, "Pam and Paula McGee: Double figures: Basketball-Playing Twins Still Together; Not Such a Far Cry From Olympics", "Ninth World Championship For Women -- 1983", "With an Assist From Mom, McGee Finds Way to NBA", "Mother-son legacy a first for WNBA/NBA NBA ESPN", "2000 Greater Flint Afro-American Hall of Fame Pamela McGee", "Nevada C McGee signs rookie deal with Wizards", "Imani Boyette Follows in Mother's Footsteps, Finds Perfect Fit in Chicago - WNBA.com - Official Site of the WNBA", "JaVale McGee is starring in a reality show with his mom", "Pamela and JaVale McGee become the first mother-son gold-medal duo in Olympics history", https://web.archive.org/web/20110224011311/http://www.wnba.com/coachfile/pamela_mcgee/index.html?nav=page, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Pamela_McGee&oldid=1144238665, This page was last edited on 12 March 2023, at 16:18. 2 State Championships in Michigan with a still standing record of 75-0 wins. Though she had many scholarship offers she ultimately chose The University of Texas at Austin for a full basketball scholarship. Kevin and Matt married in a civil ceremony in December 2006 after four years of dating, with guests including Paul O'Grady, Courtney Love and Sir Elton John in attendance. "Don't think you just got here. McGee-Stafford's brother, JaVale McGee, was selected 18th overall by the Washington Wizards in 2008 and presently plays center for the Denver Nuggets. McGee is the first WNBA player to have a child play in the NBA and WNBA. He gets good grades, and plays. Her focus now is on JaVale's future and life after basketball. Thats how I supported your mom, by taking care of you. Together. [14] McGee's husband George Montgomery was drafted to the NBA with the 35th pick in the 1985 NBA draft although he never played there. In 1984, she won Olympic gold in Los Angeles before embarking on a professional career that included stints in Brazil, France, Italy and Spain. Genetics mixed with prayer and sound advice helped Boyette reach this point of her career, McGee said. It stated that both parents were fit, but sided with Stafford because Imani had established a home with him before and while the court was sorting everything out. The series of close calls even landed her in a treatment center for two weeks. When she married Stafford in January 1994, McGee planned to be a stay-at-home pastor's wife and mother. Then, in the midst of the mire, the strong bond that had always linked Pamela and Paula was temporarily lost. Whatever it is to you, it will be worth your time. Pamela Denise McGee (born December 1, 1962)[1] is an American former professional women's basketball player, 2012 Women's Basketball Hall of Famer, and mother of two professional basketball players. In an opening round game, the USA team had a nine-point lead at halftime, but the Soviets came back to take the lead, and a final shot by the USA failed to drop, leaving the USSR team with a one-point victory 8584. Moms is great! On Nov. 12, 2011, she committed to Texas. A highly publicized custody battle ensued over the couple's young daughter, Imani, JaVale's half sister. She then won 2 National Championships at the University of Southern California in the eighties. McGee had taken Imani out of Michigan, where the couple had married and later divorced in 1996, without court permission. Pamela McGees income source is mostly from being a successful . Stafford were investigated and substantiated by a California protective services agency, but he was not prosecuted, according to a report filed on June 15, 1999 by the Friend of the Court Office in Macomb County. [Pamela] has had to fight for so many things in her life, some unjust things, where one battle comes after another, and I admire her courage. Pamela assessed his assets and denied the SUV transaction. McGee-Stafford also found an outlet in poetry, joining the They Speak Austin poetry team. The family plans to move her to a home close to daughter Alayna, who lives in Chino Hills. It is a stunning legacy . The 23-year-old continues to write as well. Since then, Pamela has remained behind the scenes, guiding JaVale's career as his financial manager. Pamela McGee height is 190cm . All rights reserved. But the couple divorced two years later. With a proper support system in place, McGee-Stafford dominated on the court. With neither parent in the picture, McGee-Stafford turned to basketball. She continued with the national team to represent the US at the 1984 Olympics. Profile. She is the only Olympic Gold Medalist to give birth to an Olympian in basketball. Her parents are Kevin Stafford and Pamela McGee. At 18, they were 6 feet 2 and were among the best basketball players in the country. Her parents are Kevin Stafford and Pamela McGee. Imani attended Windward High, a private high school in Los Angeles before leaving California for college. By leaning on her faith, she found her way. Her cousin, Jarron Gilbert, played in the NFL for the Bills, Bears, and Jets. or. PER CURIAM. "He is my greatest accomplishment and my greatest blessing," Pamela said. When the 1997 WNBA season ended, Stafford expected McGee to return Imani to Michigan, and when McGee didnt, Stafford went to court. Playing in a frontcourt with Cheryl Miller, and with a backcourt that included Cynthia Cooper and Rhonda Windham, the twins were an integral part of a team that won USCs only basketball national championships. Pamela McGee was born on 1 December, 1962 in Flint, Michigan, United States. JaVale knows his mother's slogan is, "If it don't make cents, then it don't make sense." [15] McGee, with a degree in economics, balanced her international basketball career with raising both children, home schooling, coaching and teaching school in the off season, though the formidable tasks were not without controversy. All rights reserved (About Us). 01 Nov 2022, 18:02 GMT. McGee averaged 6.2 points per game. We have estimated McGee-Stafford kept at it, becoming the nations No. KEVIN E. STAFFORD, UNPUBLISHED November 23, 1999 Plaintiff-Appellee, v PAMELA STAFFORD, a/k/a PAMELA MCGEE, No. And no matter who knocks her down or what comes her way shes never going be a woman who says, OK, I give up, I quit. . She was the MVP of the Parade All American game which hosted the top players in the nation. While McGee and her son returned to Flint, Michigan, McGee-Stafford found herself 2,300 miles away in Inglewood, California. LIVE Transfer Talk: Rice, Toney targeted as Newcastle eye England stars, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. McGee retired from the WNBA in May 1999, and later returned to Michigan to be close to Imani. Prep Rally is devoted to the SoCal high school sports experience, bringing you scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. Both of her mothers sisters, Paula McGee and Alayna Gilbert, played collegiately. @kelvin.mcgee.564. An abortion was scheduled in two days. Two years ago, Pamela was diagnosed with breast cancer. POET. Her daughter,. Indeed, they have come a long way. Pamela McGee Height, Weight & Measurements At 60 years old, Pamela McGee height is 190 cm . 2019 All rights reserved HOOPS & HOPE FOUNDATION. is 190cm . He currently works as a President at . Pamela McGee currently lives in Annandale, VA; in the past Pamela has also lived in Washington DC and Southfield MI. Stafford and his lawyer, Peter Lucido of Michigan, declined comment, citing a gag order on the case dating to 1998. She then won World Championships in Barcelona Spain, Brazilian World Championships, and the European Ronchetti Cup with 4-time WNBA MVP Cynthia Cooper. [12], The consecutive NCAA championships followed two Michigan state championships at Flint Northern High School. That says a lot coming from a woman whose rsum includes an impressive playing career and a WNBA championship as an assistant coach with the Detroit Shock in 2003. "I was there before people knew who JaVale McGee was," Pamela said. Kevin McGee LSS Black Belt, PMP, CSM, IAC Certified Agile Coach, SAFe SPC, PRSA APR and Prosci Change Practitioner leading digital transformations through design thinking and the lean . McGee has a daughter, current WNBA player Imani McGee-Stafford and a son, NBA player and NBA champion JaVale McGee, currently with the Los Angeles Lakers. I just needed time to regroup. McGees custody issue gained national attention in 1998 when Kevin Stafford and his lawyer, Peter Lucido, argued that McGees WNBA career impaired her ability to be a good parent. She has this internal desire to be great no matter the circumstances, and she inspires me.. McGee was jailed during a Sacramento Superior Court hearing because, mired in a child custody battle with her ex-husband, the Rev. I blamed my mom for her absence, McGee-Stafford said. According to a review of court records, transcripts and information supplied by a Macomb County, Mich., Circuit Court spokesperson, Stafford did not have permission to move Imani out of state. McGee-Stafford is married to Texas Longhorns football player Paul Boyette Jr. She is the daughter of former WNBA player Pamela McGee, the younger sister of current NBA player JaVale McGee, and a cousin of NFL player Jarron Gilbert.She also appeared on Let's Make a Deal with her Grandma on March 8, 2018 and received a pair of scooters. Her son, JaVale, is playing for the Dallas Mavericks in his eighth season in the league. What ensued was a very public, biting saga of twists and turns, including allegations of sexual abuse on both sides. [3], McGee was selected to be a member of the team representing the US at the 1983 Pan American Games held in Caracas, Venezuela. Recently, JaVale is the starting Center with the NBA Los Angeles, Lakers and Imani plays for the WNBA Dallas Wings. McGee won back-to-back NCAA Championships as an All-American at the University of Southern California, where she was a teammate of twin sister Paula, and Cynthia Cooper and Cheryl Miller. JaVale McGee followed in the footsteps of his mother, Pamela, by becoming an Olympic athlete. She played in the league for two seasons with the Sacramento Monarchs and Los Angeles Sparks. Clemens, Mich., placed a gag order barring those involved from talking about the case. At age 34, she was the second overall pick in the 1997 WNBA Draft. McGee was a standout basketball player at USC, winning NCAA titles in 1983 and '84, before graduating with degrees in economics and communications. [6], She continued with the national team to represent the US at the 1984 Olympics. It was a spiritual song, taken from a Bible verse. At age 34, she was the second overall pick in the 1997 WNBA Draft. It was caught early and, so far, having weathered a mastectomy, removal of her lymph nodes and reconstructive surgery, has won that fight. Stafford said he was not investigated by a California child protective agency and did not know there was a report in the public file in Michigan. I think people need to understand that if you can make it in Flint, you can make it anywhere.". But never did I give up. McGee-Stafford grew up in chaos. McGee, 53, was a 1980 graduate of Flint Northern High School who helped the University of Southern California win back-to-back national titles in 1983 and 1984. Then she asked her why she didnt take her dads side. Tragically, McGee took his own life in . The USA team won their next four games, setting up the gold medal game against USSR. "If people want to call that crazy, then go ahead. The twins lives, their sister Alayna Gilbert says, had always been entwined. Boyette's father, Rev. In 1996, McGee and her husband of two years, Reverend Kevin Stafford, divorced. Jesus died, was crucified, they threw spears at him, tried to hurt him, he went to hell and back, but ultimately, he resurrected. Her cousin, Jarron Gilbert, played in the NFL for the Bills, Bears, and Jets. Pamela Denise McGee (born December 1, 1962) [1] is an American former professional women's basketball player, 2012 Women's Basketball Hall of Famer, and mother of two professional basketball players. Her father, Rev. The team won all six games to claim the gold medal. Her aunt, Trisha Stafford-Odom, is the head womens basketball coach at North Carolina Central University, she played collegiately at the University of California, and professionally in the WNBA. "I don't care how much money you've got, remember your grandmother was poor," she said. Where is Pamela McGee now? McGee averaged 4.2 points per game. Both of her mothers sisters, Paula McGee and Alayna Gilbert, played collegiately. Pamela is a single mom to 14-year-old son JaVale, who already wears a size 17 shoe and, at 6-2 (the doctor said he will be 7 feet), looks mom square in the eye. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Stafford was awarded physical custody with both parents sharing joint custody. Imani has lived in L.A. for the last two years, according to McGee and family members. The team won six games, but lost two against the Soviet Union. Her father, Kevin Stafford played in college and professionally overseas. No weapon formed against me shall prosper, McGee began, and the jail quieted. Shes incredibly gifted, and I never worry about her because I know that shell just get things done. She was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012. Once Philpot got through to McGee-Stafford, she became her confidant. McGee averaged 3.4 points per game. Pamela McGee is 60 years old and was born on 12/01/1962. [18], In 2021, her son JaVale won an Olympic gold medal for USA Basketball, making them the first mother-and-son duo to win Olympic gold. That selection created the first WNBA-NBA mother-son duo in history. She also looks strong; her hair is long and shiny, her build, athletic. Though she had many scholarship offers she ultimately chose The University of Texas at Austin for a full basketball scholarship. More player info. I have no time to look back.". Matt Lucas has previously paid tribute to his ex-partner, Kevin McGee, who heartbreakingly passed away . , money, salary, income, and assets. The TV star paid a loving tribute to him in 2019. The USA team earned the silver medal. When you affect a woman as a mother theres no deeper pain, McGee said. McGee was selected to be a member of the team representing the US at the 1983 Pan American Games held in Caracas, Venezuela. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times. There is a time of the season for everything. [7][8], McGee has a daughter, WNBA player Imani McGee-Stafford and a son, NBA player and NBA champion JaVale McGee,[10] currently with the Dallas Mavericks. MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) One of the two Mexico kidnapping survivors was arrested Friday night in Myrtle Beach, according to online booking records. UNICORN. Her son, currently a center for the Denver Nuggets, has won three NBA championships during his 13-year career. Pamela McGee spent two days dressed down in an orange jumpsuit in a jail cell in Sacramento. Pamela Denise McGee (born December 1, 1962) is an American retired professional womens basketball player, 2012 Basketball Hall of Famer, and mother of two professional basketball players. That same year she was the first to win a Gold-Medal in Womens Basketball. [2] She later played in Brazil, Spain and Italy and was a four-time Italian League All-Star. Kevin Stafford, claimed Pamela McGee's nomadic lifestyle as a professional basketball player wasn't a proper environment for their daughter, and the court granted him full custody. Because sometimes when adults fight, Imani, you just have to stay out of it., And Imani looks at me and says, Well, you know when I get older Im going to go read the court papers. . My parents werent prepared to have kids, and I saw the effects of that.. It was January 1998, years removed from when Pamela and twin sister Paula helped USC win the 1983 and 84 national championships in womens basketball. Imani currently plays for the Dallas Wings. Others say she has a "crazy stage mom" persona. Her secret to maintaining his wealth lies in her USC education and negotiating his financial deals as if she were still a struggling single parent living in Flint, Mich. "Five hundred dollars may not be a lot of money to JaVale, but $500 is a lot for me," Pamela said. Stafford from having any contact with Imani, and enjoined Kevin Stafford to comply, that McGee turned Imani over to authorities and was released from jail. Imani's parents divorced when she was 3 years old. Her spouse is Paul Boyette Jr. (m. 2015). McGee-Staffords freshman year was a struggle, though, as the Longhorns went 1218, leading her to consider quitting the team. McGee averaged 3.4 points per game. An offer he couldn't refuse? McGee-Stafford is also in the process of starting a nonprofit called the Hoops and Hope Foundation, which meshes sports and arts while advocating mental health. Kevin Stafford, and Pam McGee married in 1994, and Imani was born that same year. At 59 years of age. She is a member of famous with the age 61 years old group. 5 30 +1. But at that moment, McGee was 24, alone and struggling with the prospect of juggling a newborn while continuing her professional basketball career. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Let it be your release or a cautionary tale. I had control of my son and Pam used that to try and persuade him to listen to her instead of being obedient to me.. Her parents are Kevin Stafford and Pamela McGee. Famous people list on 1 December. Unaware of what was happening, she remained silent as the assaults reoccurred for the next four years. Her husband is Kevin Stafford (m. ?1996). 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